Jesus Always: Embracing Joy in His Presence (Jesus Calling®)
Life today is full of difficulties--loss, sadness, fear. In the midst of these challenges, joy often feels impossible or out of reach. But Jesus has more for His followers than a life of striving, pain, and discontent.
If you love Jesus Calling, you'll enjoy Jesus Always. With Scripture and personal reflections, the #1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah Young brings Jesus' message of joy today and every day with this 365-day devotional.
By taking the time to draw near to Him with Jesus Always, you will discover how to:
- Intimately and gently connect with Jesus--the One who meets you where you are
- Identify joy-filled reminders from the Word of God
- Process challenging situations, anxiety, and grief with a hopeful outlook
- Strengthen your faith and create a deeper bond with Jesus
Written as if Jesus Himself is speaking directly to the reader, Jesus Always invites you into a new way of living--a life of joy.
Reviews (400)
Great Devotional that is Very Positive and Uplifting!
For the past several months, I've been attending a mom's group at church and one day they were giving away the Jesus Calling devotional by Sarah Young. I hadn't heard of this author before and I was very interested in the devotionals. When I started searching Sarah Young on here, I came across the Jesus Always devotional as one of the top results since it is a new release. Having no experience with this author, I decided to take a chance and purchase it since I had heard great things about this author. Jesus Always: Embracing Joy in His Presence is a new devotional by missionary Sarah Young. The devotions included in this book and her other books are her personal thoughts and reflections. She writes in this introduction to Jesus Always that this book was a "marathon" for her since she worked on it for several years while living in Australia. After traveling for awhile and dealing with illness, Sarah Young strives to find joy in her everyday life so she wrote this particular devotional with that in mind. She writes these devotionals from the perspective of Jesus speaking to us as we read them. She also includes some Scriptures which are italicized and a few Bible references at the bottom so you can look those up if you'd like. Jesus Always is 384 pages long, with one-page devotions for every day of the year, including February 29th. The book measures 4 1/4 inches by 6 1/4 inches by 1 inch. It has a hard, yet puffy, purple cover and the pages are smooth and slightly glossy. Included with the book is an attached ribbon bookmark so you can keep your place. I love this devotional and find that no matter what my day is like, that particular day's devotion is so fitting and exactly what I need to hear. I might be having a great day or a difficult day and reading this seems to relax and refocus me. It also helps me to slow down and remind me of what's important. I do my best to read it daily but it doesn't always happen. I love that I can read the devotion for one particular day or just flip it open to whatever one I'd like. It's the perfect size to stick in your purse if you need something positive and uplifting to read when you are at work or out and about and it makes a great gift. I bought this for myself and purchased one for a good friend who loves it as well! I ended up purchasing Jesus Calling and Jesus Today, both by Sarah Young, because I love this book so much! Whether or not you are familiar with this author, this is a devotional I'd highly recommend if you are looking for one for yourself or a loved one!
Great Devotional but not as good as Jesus Calling...
This 365-day devotional is written in the usual Sarah Young-style in the voice of Jesus. Yes, some people may feel this is heretic but these devotionals use scripture to help the reader understand and feel God’s Word as if it’s coming directly from Him. As usual, Sarah Young doesn’t put loose words in and ascribe them to Jesus, everything is biblical and there are scriptures to back up every devotional. I used this devotional in 2017, having been excited to find that Sarah Young had done a new devotional in 2016. Prior to this, I’d done 2 back-to-back cycles of Jesus Calling (2015 and 2016) and before that I’d gone through Jesus Today a few of times. Although I really enjoyed this 365-day devotional and the additional month and a half of bonus content and found it to be a blessing, I didn’t feel it was as impactful to my heart as Jesus Calling was or as healing and encouraging to my soul as Jesus Today. There’s nothing wrong with this devotional, it’s just that unlike, Jesus Calling, I didn’t necessarily feel like it spoke to me personally everyday and after finishing it, I didn’t feel the “I want to do this again this year” that I felt with Jesus Calling. This is still a very good 365-day devotional and definitely worth giving a try.
Have discernment
I realized that we should be seeking the Lord in his word, the Bible, instead of trying to hear his voice through others. We are told to test the spirits to discern who is actually speaking. I know a lot of people who purchase these books (including myself and now regretting) are looking to hear from God maybe the easy way. But sometimes the easy way isn't the right way. Who knows where this woman got this word from. I want to be sure that any word I get is from the Lord and him alone from me building a relationship with him
THIS BOOK WILL USHER YOU STRAIGHT INTO THE PRESENCE OF JESUS!!!
This is absolutely the best devotional that I've ever read. I used it on a daily basis. I loved it so much that I bought books to give away at a conference where I presented in a women's workshop. My topic dealt with personal devotions. Every woman that I know who reads this devotional is as excited about it as I am. I spoke with a male friend who was going through some issues. I shared with him a part of the devotion that I read for that day. I noticed a few days later, that he was also sharing the book with friends. Sarah Young is definitely a gifted writer. Reading this book helps me to easily experiencel the presence of Jesus. There is nothing in the book that I didn't like.
Keeps the closeness with God going worded as if God is speaking directly to you.
I think I have purchased every single one of her books. I keep them where I can read a page several times a day to keep my focus on what is important. I underline the parts that speak to me the most. When I finish them, I begin again. My problem between church services from one service to the next, was trying to keep the closeness with God going. Just reading the Bible didn’t do it for me. I would get discouraged, because the feeling never lasted. The way this speaks to you directly from God makes all of the difference. What she says, though, is taken from scripture.
A WONDERFUL BLESSING! ššš
I have read many of this blessed ladies books & they ARE ALL FANTASTIC! BE SURE TO read the forward, as it is she tells a bit of the story of her life and her years of physical pain and suffering. She is such a beautiful tool in the hand of GOD, used to BLESS each us. You WILL BE RICHLY BLESSED & REJOICE as youread this Daily Devotional!
Fair Warning! Not what you think!
After purchasing this book for me & a family member, the author was googled & found to be very deceiving as a God-fearing woman. We discovered that she said she channeled the voice of Jesus. Which is nothing but a book to train clairvoyants, mediums & new-age practitioners. If you are of that ilk you only have our Savior Jesus Christ to answer to. But if you are a true believer we are urged to warn you & even encourage you to do your own research! For all - let your conscience be your guide! God bless you in your search! Amen
Truly a blessing.
A co-worker let me read the message written for that day and it blew me away. I was going through a time of confusion and sadness related to my health. I immediately bought a copy for myself. Each day has an uplifting, inspiring message and it's written in a way where it feels like the message is just for me. I try to read it every morning and highlight the areas that stand out. One thing that I really appreciate is that the author, Ms. Young, includes at the bottom of each page where in the Bible the message is coming from. Not to spoil one of the messages, but one that really helped me stated that we'll have more peace when we see and understand that ALL problems are temporary. I've been living by this fact and it has helped me to have a better outlook on life. I bought a copy for my mother and a friend at church and the love it. I think it's a must have for every Christian and anyone who wants to better understand God's plan for our lives.
So Personal & Uplifting!
This devotional book is amazing. I love how the author, Sarah Young, makes the readers feel as though Jesus is talking directly to them. They are strongly written devotionals that feel so personal. "Jesus Calling" is amazing, & this is just as perfect. I have already purchased it as a gift for two people who also have loved how it's written. With one devotional for each day of the year, it's the perfect read to help you get through the day or feel closer to him. Do yourself a favor and purchase this!
Jesus Calling has been my favorite devotional for years
Jesus Calling has been my favorite devotional for years, and this new book is just as good. I use both books, because each has meaningful insights, help and comfort. I highly recommend "Jesus Always" -- a perfect gift, too!
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